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Pete Zehler

March 26, 2026

Thursday News Brief

City Weighs Future of Volunteer Fire Services A long-running debate over the future of volunteer fire services is back in focus in Batavia. During Monday’s meeting, City Council discussed concerns raised by resident John Roach about the possibility of a county-supported, partially paid fire system. Roach argued city taxpayers shouldn’t...

Pete Zehler

March 25, 2026

Wednesday News Brief

Rochester Man Faces Grand Jury in Batavia Burglary, Animal Cruelty Case A 45-year-old Rochester man accused in a violent Batavia burglary case will have his charges presented to a Grand Jury. Enrique J. Pellot appeared in Town of Batavia Court Tuesday, where it was determined the case will move forward...

Pete Zehler

March 24, 2026

Tuesday News Brief

Multi-Vehicle Crash in Batavia Leaves One Critically Injured A serious multi-vehicle crash in the City of Batavia has left at least one person critically injured. The accident happened at Main and Oak streets and involved at least seven vehicles. When crews arrived, one vehicle was fully engulfed in flames. Three...

Pete Zehler

March 23, 2026

Monday News Brief

Batavia City Council to Tackle BESS Moratorium, Budget Moves at New Meeting Time The Batavia City Council has a full agenda heading into this week—and a new meeting time to go with it. Council members voted earlier this month to move meetings to 5:30 p.m., starting Monday at City Hall....

Pete Zehler

March 19, 2026

Thursday News Brief

Batavia Planning Board Approves $8.5M Hotel Project The Town of Batavia Planning Board has approved an $8.5 million renovation project that will transform the former Quality Inn and Suites Palm Island Waterpark on Park Road. The redevelopment will convert the site into a dual-branded hotel, featuring a 99-unit Holiday Inn...

Pete Zehler

March 18, 2026

Wednesday News Brief

Batavia Council Clash Over Records Request Sparks Debate on Authority A request for detailed city spending records has sparked a debate among Batavia City Council members over transparency and authority. Councilman-at-large Nick Lord asked City Manager Rachael Tabelski for itemized records of all meal and travel expenses dating back to...